Rivers T. Jenkins, III
Rivers T. Jenkins, III is a native of Charleston and a partner at Tecklenburg, Jenkins & Jacoby. After receiving his law degree, Mr. Jenkins began practicing in Charleston as a general civil litigator, with an emphasis on admiralty and maritime law. He is admitted to practice in the State of South Carolina, United States District Court for South Carolina, and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Jenkins’ litigation experience includes cargo/transportation, personal injury defense, vessel arrests and foreclosure, marine insurance, products liability, warranty claims, and complex commercial litigation.
Bar Admissions:
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
United States District Court for South Carolina
State of South Carolina
Education:
University of Georgia- Bachelor of Arts Economics
University of South Carolina – Juris Doctor
Professional Associations and Memberships:
Charleston County Bar Association
South Carolina Bar Association
The Propeller Club of the United States – Member
The Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute – Member, former Charleston Port Director
Maritime Law Association of the United States – Member
Publications and Speaking Engagements:
“Shipping Law”, 22 S.C. Juris – Co-Author
Charleston County Bar Association CLE program – Lecturer on admiralty law